Alberta Drug Sites Ordered to Shut

A Calgary and Lethbridge drug consumption site shutdown is now official after a judge sided with Alberta’s government, rejecting a last-ditch legal bid to halt closures. The lawyer for users argued the sites protect fundamental rights like life and security, seeking an injunction while a broader lawsuit plays out—but the judge cited a prior ruling from Red Deer, saying the issues are identical and no new analysis was needed. For thousands of vulnerable Albertans who rely on these sites daily—many saved from overdose deaths—the decision is devastating. The government says funding will shift to new addiction services, but critics fear users will be left without immediate, life-saving help. The lawyer plans to appeal, calling the ruling premature and dismissive of critical evidence. The future of these harm reduction centers remains in legal limbo. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/85764b6aa0abe5e0